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You can use a dilute bleach bath to help heal your eczema (atopic dermatitis) rash if you have skin infections caused by staph (Staphylococcus aureus). The treatment is a little bit like soaking in swimming pool water.
Bleach baths are an easy, inexpensive treatment for reducing skin infections. But they may not be helpful for everyone who has eczema. So talk with your doctor before you try this treatment.
You will need:
If your bathtub is small, or if you have less than 150 L (40 gal) of water, use less bleach. Too much bleach in the water can cause severe skin irritation.
It is important to rinse well to avoid irritating the skin.
Avoid rubbing, as rubbing can scratch your skin.
Or use any creams or ointments prescribed by your doctor.
Bleach baths can be taken 2 or 3 times a week or as often as recommended by your doctor.
Be sure to follow these precautions:
Current as of: March 22, 2023
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: Patrice Burgess MD - Family MedicineAdam Husney MD - Family MedicineMartin J. Gabica MD - Family MedicineEllen K. Roh MD - DermatologyLesley Ryan MD - Family Medicine
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Patrice Burgess MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Ellen K. Roh MD - Dermatology & Lesley Ryan MD - Family Medicine
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